Arsenal need to thank Everton forward Josh King for helping make their transfer for Norwegian starlet Martin Odegaard happen.The 22-year-old, on loan from Real Madrid, has gone from strength to strength over his 11 appearances for the Gunners.
Earning high praise from fans, the No.11 played a huge role in the north London side’s comeback against West Ham on Sunday for a 3-3 draw.
And King, who plays with Odegaard in the Norwegian national side, has revealed he played a big role in getting the midfielder to the Emirates Stadium.
Speaking to NRK, the 29-year-old said: “When I saw the rumour about Arsenal, I sent him a message and said: ‘You have to go to Arsenal’. “He replied, ‘Are you sure?
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